National Exemplary Service Medals and National Service Medals will be conferred to individuals on Independence Day, in recognition of their important contributions to the state and the people of the Maldives. The medals will be awarded by President Mohamed Nasheed, at a special ceremony, to be held at Dharubaaruge at 10 am on 26th July.
The President has decided to award the National Exemplary Service Medal to 8 individuals and National Service Medal to 6.